SHAL Housing Seeks Non-Executive Directors
SHAL Housing is a not-for-profit community housing association with a proud history of providing safe, warm, and affordable homes to those in need across Somerset. With approximately 770 homes under management, SHAL is dedicated to supporting individuals and families who are homeless or in housing need, while striving for sustainability and community well-being.
The organisation is currently seeking to recruit up to five new Non-Executive Directors to join its board, including a Chair for the Finance, Audit, and Risk Committee. This recruitment comes at a pivotal time as SHAL evolves and welcomes fresh perspectives to its board.
As a Non-Executive Director, you will bring your unique professional experience to the table, offering insights into corporate governance, risk management, and strategy. You will work closely with SHAL’s executive team to guide the organisation’s strategic direction and ensure it remains a robust, financially sound business committed to its community.
We are particularly keen to receive applications from people who are able to contribute in relation to one or more of the following areas:
Lived experience of social housing
Financial management
Housing management
Risk management
Governance
Resident involvement
Welfare benefits
Treasury management
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Especially individuals with skills in relation to financial and risk management for the role of Chair for our Finance, Audit and Risk Committee.
All appointees should also be able to demonstrate their shared commitment to SHAL’s work and values, and more generally offer:
A collaborative approach
Analytical and strategic thinking
An ability to build and maintain effective relationships
An empathetic approach, couple with constructive challenge
Community awareness
An ability to make decisions based on sound judgement
Creative thinking
Demonstrable effective leadership
This is an excellent opportunity for professionals who are passionate about housing and community well-being to contribute their expertise and leadership to an organisation that plays a vital role in Somerset’s social infrastructure.
For further details and to apply, please contact Vanessa Moon or Simon Quinn at Moon Executive Search via recruit@moonexecsearch.com quoting reference number: MC2505
Closing date: Friday 4th October 2024.
SHAL Housing is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. Moon Executive Search welcomes applications from all sectors of society and is an equal opportunities employer.
We reserve the right to close these vacancies early if sufficient applications are received, so we encourage early submission.
